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Quinta de Chocapalha
www.chocapalha.pt
The vineyards of Quinta de Chocapalha are situated in the sunny hillsides of the Vinho Regional Lisboa (was known until recently as Estremadura), northeast of Lisbon. They have been referred to as having excellent vineyards and wines since the 16th century.
Great improvements in cultivation techniques in the 45 hectares of vineyards have taken place since the current owners, Alice and Paulo Tavares da Silva, acquired the property in the the 1980's. With the 2000 vintage it was decided that the vineyards had reached sufficient maturation and a wine of exceptional quality could be produced. Under the oenological direction of their well-known daughter Sandra Tavares da Silva, the wines show that they are amongst the finest in Portugal and continually garner rave reviews and are in high demand.
2016 Arinto by Chocapalha Vinho Branco
Arinto
Arinto is a Portuguese white wine varietal that produces fresh, citrusy wines with great acidity. This wine was fermented in stainless steel and left on its lees for 6 months to add richness. Very versitile as an aperitif; great with cold-cuts, pastas, shellfish and other seafoods. Consume at 10-12°C to release its charm.
SKU: 532465
2020 Sauvignon Blanc by Chocapalha
Sauvignon Blanc
Intense bright colour, very fresh and aromatic nose with classic asparagus notes and tropical fresh fruits. On the palate it is balanced, with fine intensity, fresh and good length.
LIMITED RELEASE
SKU: 101871
2017 CH by Chocapalha Branco
Arinto
Very fine and elegant, with citric and minerals notes. It shows excellent acidity, good texture and very long aftertaste. Great potential for aging.
LIMITED RELEASE
91 Pts Wine Enthusiast
SKU: 101876
2015 Guarita da Chocapalha
Alicante Bouschet
Very deep and opaque colour, with great density of black fruit and chocolate in the nose, with a rich but very elegant profile. On the palate this wine shows big volume, with a silky texture, complemented by high quality tannins which confer an excellent body and an amazing aging capacity.
LIMITED RELEASE
93 Pts - Robert Parker
SKU: 101887